Electric Dryer Rebates in Massachusetts (2026)

Find all electric dryer rebates and incentives available in Massachusetts for 2026, including federal HOMES and HEAR programs, state incentives, and utility-specific rebates.

Varies Max HEAR Rebate

Open HOMES Status (MA)

Open HEAR Status (MA)

4 Utility Programs

HEAR Electric Dryer Rebate in Massachusetts

Status: Open

Income Level	Max Rebate	Cost Coverage
Low income (≤80% AMI)	Up to Varies	100% of project cost
Moderate income (80-150% AMI)	Up to Varies	50% of project cost
Above 150% AMI	Not eligible	N/A

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HOMES Rebate for Electric Dryer in Massachusetts

Status: Open

State allocation: $56 million

The HOMES program provides rebates based on whole-home energy savings. Installing a electric dryer as part of a broader energy retrofit can qualify for rebates up to $8,000 for low-income households or $4,000 for moderate-income households.

Income Level	Max HOMES Rebate	Requirement
≤80% AMI	Up to $8,000	35%+ energy savings (modeled) or 20%+ (measured)
80-150% AMI	Up to $4,000	35%+ energy savings (modeled) or 20%+ (measured)

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Massachusetts State Programs for Electric Dryer

Mass Save

Massachusetts' flagship energy efficiency program, jointly administered by the state's gas and electric utilities — including National Grid, Eversource, Berkshire Gas, Cape Light Compact, Liberty Utilities, and Unitil. Mass Save funds no-cost home energy assessments, rebates on heating and cooling equipment, insulation, and water heaters, plus the HEAT Loan financing program.

Amount: Up to $8,500 for whole-home heat pump systems; up to $1,500 for heat pump water heaters; 75–100% off insulation and air sealing costs

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Mass Save Income-Eligible Program

Enhanced version of Mass Save for income-eligible households. Qualifying homeowners can receive significantly higher rebates and may be eligible for free equipment and installation at no cost, depending on household income and the recommended upgrades.

Amount: Free improvements for qualifying households, including no-cost heat pump installations and full weatherization services

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MassCEC Clean Heating and Cooling Program

Additional state incentives administered by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center for ground-source (geothermal) heat pumps and certain air-source systems. This program complements Mass Save rebates for households installing higher-cost geothermal systems. Check MassCEC directly for current program availability and amounts, as this program has periodically opened and closed to new applications.

Amount: Up to $15,000 for ground-source heat pumps; varies for air-source systems — verify current availability at masscec.com

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Mass Save HEAT Loan

The HEAT Loan program offers 0% interest financing for eligible energy efficiency and electrification upgrades completed through Mass Save. Available to Massachusetts homeowners and renters who complete a qualifying home energy assessment, the loan covers heat pumps, insulation, heat pump water heaters, and weatherization measures. No interest charged — you repay only what you borrow.

Amount: 0% interest financing up to $25,000; repayment terms vary by lender (typically 5–7 years)

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Utility Electric Dryer Rebates in Massachusetts

These utility companies in Massachusetts may offer additional rebates for electric dryer installations. Utility rebates can typically be stacked with HEAR and HOMES rebates.

National Grid (Massachusetts)

As a Mass Save sponsor, National Grid offers up to $8,500 for whole-home heat pump installations, 75–100% off insulation and air sealing, heat pump water heater rebates, and no-cost home energy assessments for residential customers.

Eversource (Massachusetts)

Mass Save sponsor providing up to $8,500 for qualifying heat pump systems, generous insulation rebates, and access to the income-eligible enhanced program for qualifying households throughout eastern Massachusetts and other service areas.

Cape Light Compact

Cape Light Compact is the Mass Save sponsor for Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. Customers have access to the same Mass Save rebate amounts, plus income-qualified community-based offers that can cover 100% of air-source heat pump costs and up to $25,000 for ground-source systems.

Unitil (Massachusetts)

Unitil serves customers in Fitchburg and surrounding areas of north-central Massachusetts. As a Mass Save sponsor, Unitil customers qualify for the same heat pump rebates, insulation incentives, HEAT Loan financing, and no-cost home energy assessments available through the statewide program.

Income Eligibility for Electric Dryer Rebates in Massachusetts

Your eligibility for the maximum electric dryer rebate depends on your household income relative to the Area Median Income (AMI) in your area.

Area	80% AMI (Family of 4)	150% AMI (Family of 4)
Boston-Cambridge-Newton	$82,750	$155,150
Worcester	$69,600	$130,500
Springfield	$54,300	$101,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I get for a electric dryer in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, you can receive up to varies through the HEAR program for a electric dryer if your household income is at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). Moderate-income households (80-150% AMI) can receive 50% of the cost up to the same cap. Additional utility rebates may also be available from local providers.

Is the HEAR program open in Massachusetts for electric dryer rebates?

The HEAR program status in Massachusetts is currently: Open. You can apply for electric dryer rebates through your state energy office.

Can I combine electric dryer rebates with other incentives in Massachusetts?

Yes. In Massachusetts, you can typically stack HEAR rebates with HOMES whole-home rebates (if you qualify for both), state-specific programs like Mass Save, and utility rebates. The combined incentives generally cannot exceed 100% of the project cost.

What income qualifies for the maximum electric dryer rebate in Massachusetts?

To qualify for the maximum rebate, your household income must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your area in Massachusetts. For example, in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, 80% AMI for a family of 4 is $82,750. Households between 80-150% AMI receive 50% of costs up to the cap.